As you probably know, China is home to incredible natural sites and ultra-modern megacities. However, it also boasts outstanding historical cities and towns that showcase the country’s rich history and culture. We’ve visited almost a dozen beautiful ancient cities and towns in China. Some are close to major cities and are easy to reach, while […]
As a child I used to spend hours looking at maps, fantasizing about far away countries. Ever since I have been planning to visit China. I promised myself that I would go and for long. As you know, traveling for a week is not the same as traveling for a couple of months. Especially when […]
With over 1.4 billion people, China is the second most populated country in the world. Over the years, the level of urbanization in China (migration from the countryside) increased sharply. In fact, by 2024, around 67% of Chinese live in an urban center, that’s over 940 million people. At the same time, the number of […]
First things first: Yunnan is one of the most beautiful provinces of China. It’s full of culture, breathtaking nature, stunning architecture, and warm hosts. Kunming, its capital, does not disappoint either. In fact, is one of our favorite cities in the country. Kunming is famous in China for its climate. It feels like spring all […]
China is a country of breathtaking natural beauty, full of stunning national parks and scenic areas. We believe both Jiuzhaigou National Park and Huanglong Scenic Area in Sichuan Province are amongst the nicest natural places in the entire world. Since the introduction of high-speed trains, visiting both parks has become much easier. The journey from […]
China is a country I learned to love from its literature. My parents had a big library that seemed huge for a child. I read the books for kids and skimmed through the pages of the ones for grownups. My mind would travel to faraway places, including China, of course. As I grew up, my […]
We love Lijiang because it combines splendid nature with gorgeous historic architecture. The town sits at the foot of the Jade Dragon Mountains. This mountain range is part of the UNESCO listed Three Parallel Rivers of Yunnan Protected area. The ancient town itself is gorgeous. So much, that UNESCO included it in its list of […]
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Fenghuang Ancient Town – Complete Guide
The Ancient Town of Fenghuang is one of our favorite ancient towns in the entire world! It’s in one of our favorite provinces in China, Hunan. The town looks like a phoenix spreading its wings along the mountains. Thus the local name Phoenix Ancient Town. Fenghuang has it all: lush green nature, gorgeous ancient architecture, […]
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Pingyao Ancient City – What to See and Do
You can’t go to China and not visit one of its unique ancient towns. Located on the train line that connects Beijing and Xi’an, Pingyao Ancient City is easy to reach and well worth a visit. Pingyao dates back to the 14th Century and is 556 Acres (225 hectares) big. Old city walls surround it. […]
Deciding where to stay in Shanghai is not an easy task. The city is huge and very diverse. Thus, the sheer amount of options can seem daunting. On the plus side, the city offers accommodation for all tastes, fancies, and budgets. Therefore, you will for sure find what you want. We’ve been to the city […]